Living in IV11: Liveability Score 47/100
Highland, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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IV11 scores 47 but individual postcodes tell the full story
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Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Crime is scored from the last 12 months of police street-level data. Police Scotland does not publish this, and there is no Scottish equivalent of the Police UK open data service, so crime has been left out of the score for this area. This is a gap in published data, not a sign of low crime.
Good conditions: clean air, low flood risk, and 237 green spaces within 2km.
Services
0 Outstanding, 1 Good out of 1 rated schools.
Based on NHS facility locations. This reflects access and proximity, as bulk quality ratings aren't published for Scotland or Wales. 1 GP surgery serve the area.
91% gigabit coverage; 91% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 6/10, below average deprivation.
Band D council tax £1,527/year, typical EPC rating E. Running costs are below average.
Transport
Limited public transport: primarily car-dependent.
Lifestyle
Good variety of shops, cafés, and leisure facilities within reach. Around 242 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
IV11 covers 45 active postcodes in Highland, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is IV11 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for IV11 at this time.
What are the schools like in IV11?
Schools in IV11 score 16/100. 0 Outstanding, 1 Good out of 1 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in IV11?
Broadband in IV11 scores 53/100. 91% gigabit coverage; 91% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does IV11 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include IV18, IV10. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for IV11?
IV11 scores 47/100, rated "Below Avg", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.
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